Senior Microsoft Engineer

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Experience Required: 5years

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The Senior Microsoft Engineer is responsible for designing implementing and maintaining Microsoft-based infrastructure solutions both on-premises and in the cloud (primarily Azure). This role ensures the stability integrity and efficiency of IT systems and supports automation security and compliance initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Infrastructure Management.
Design and manage Microsoft infrastructure including Windows Server Active Directory DNS DHCP and SQL Server.
Oversee Microsoft Azure environments ensuring performance scalability and security.
Lead automation of maintenance tasks using PowerShell and other scripting tools.
Security and Compliance.
Implement and manage security tools and protocols.
Conduct audits and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Utilize vulnerability scanners (e.g. Tenable) to identify and mitigate risks.
Collaboration and Support.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and improve infrastructure.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders and clients.
Project Execution.
Lead or support infrastructure projects including migrations upgrades and deployments.
Develop detailed project specifications and implementation plans.

Qualifications

Matric and a Bachelors degree in business administration IT or a related field
Minimum of 8 years experience in a senior Microsoft engineering role.
Proven expertise in managing and supporting Microsoft technologies across hybrid environments.
Windows Server (2012 and up)
Active Directory (AD DS ADFS Azure AD)
PowerShell scripting
Microsoft 365 (Exchange Teams SharePoint)
Group Policy configuration

Skills:

Cloud architectures (Azure preferred)
Monitoring tools (e.g. CheckMK Elastic)
Security and compliance frameworks
Familiarity with networking fundamentals (TCP/IP DNS DHCP).
Certifications such as MCSE MCSA or Azure Solutions Architect are a plus.

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Required Skills:

Windows Server Active Directory SQL Server Microsoft 365 administration

Responsibilities:

Infrastructure Management.
Design and manage Microsoft infrastructure including Windows Server Active Directory DNS DHCP and SQL Server.
Oversee Microsoft Azure environments ensuring performance scalability and security.
Lead automation of maintenance tasks using PowerShell and other scripting tools.
Security and Compliance.
Implement and manage security tools and protocols.
Conduct audits and ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Utilize vulnerability scanners (e.g. Tenable) to identify and mitigate risks.
Collaboration and Support.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and improve infrastructure.
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
Act as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders and clients.
Project Execution.
Lead or support infrastructure projects including migrations upgrades and deployments.
Develop detailed project specifications and implementation plans.

Qualifications

Matric and a Bachelors degree in business administration IT or a related field
Minimum of 8 years experience in a senior Microsoft engineering role.
Proven expertise in managing and supporting Microsoft technologies across hybrid environments.
Windows Server (2012 and up)
Active Directory (AD DS ADFS Azure AD)
PowerShell scripting
Microsoft 365 (Exchange Teams SharePoint)
Group Policy configuration